Welcome to the ”Make Work Work Better” Podcast, where we delve deep into the minds and experiences of some of the most inspiring leaders in business today. You will find two types of episodes in this podcast. First, our interviews with amazing business leaders across the globe. Second, Dr. Marc Reynolds takes some of the key points from the interviews and gives ways to integrate them into your leadership style today.
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Welcome to the ”Make Work Work Better” Podcast, where we delve deep into the minds and experiences of some of the most inspiring leaders in business today. You will find two types of episodes in this podcast. First, our interviews with amazing business leaders across the globe. Second, Dr. Marc Reynolds takes some of the key points from the interviews and gives ways to integrate them into your leadership style today.
S1 E18 Sean Vassilaros Interview The Journey of an Entrepreneur: Lessons Learned
Make Work Work Better
40 minutes
1 year ago
S1 E18 Sean Vassilaros Interview The Journey of an Entrepreneur: Lessons Learned
Summary
In this episode of the Make Work Work Better podcast, host Marc Reynolds engages with Sean Vassilaros, an entrepreneur and leader passionate about improving workplace dynamics. Sean shares his journey from starting a tech company in the 90s to navigating personal and professional challenges, emphasizing the importance of optimism, character, and purpose in leadership. He discusses his involvement with Operation Underground Railroad, a nonprofit fighting human trafficking, and highlights the significance of character traits in effective leadership. The conversation culminates in Sean’s advocacy for ’character intelligence’ as a vital component in today’s business landscape, aiming to restore integrity and purpose in the workplace.
Takeaways
Optimism can significantly impact leadership effectiveness.
The character traits of integrity, accountability, humility, respect, confidence, and grit are essential for good leadership.
Character intelligence is crucial in today’s business environment.
The importance of acknowledging challenges in the workplace.
Creating a culture that values character can transform organizations.
Check out Sean’s Daughter’s Foundation
Check out Sean’s new startup Kanny.com
Check out Operation Underground Railroad
Sound Bites
”I want to embrace optimism in everything we do.”
”We need leaders with integrity and humility.”
”Character intelligence is crucial in today’s world.”
”A handshake should mean something again.”
”We need to reward character in the workplace.”
”Let’s change the world with character intelligence.”
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Making Work Work Better
01:40 Sean’s Entrepreneurial Journey
06:50 The Importance of Optimism in Leadership
15:18 Involvement with Operation Underground Railroad
21:05 Character Traits in Leadership
33:58 Creating a Foundation in Honor of a Daughter
39:15 Championing Character Intelligence
Keywords
leadership, optimism, entrepreneurship, character traits, human trafficking, purpose, healthcare, technology, personal growth, nonprofit
Make Work Work Better
Welcome to the ”Make Work Work Better” Podcast, where we delve deep into the minds and experiences of some of the most inspiring leaders in business today. You will find two types of episodes in this podcast. First, our interviews with amazing business leaders across the globe. Second, Dr. Marc Reynolds takes some of the key points from the interviews and gives ways to integrate them into your leadership style today.
